IDMC Publication Analysis

Why This Matters

These citations reveal how IDMC data flows through and shapes the global displacement ecosystem. Academic institutions build on our methodologies to advance displacement science. Media outlets use our figures to inform public discourse. UN agencies cite our analysis in humanitarian appeals. NGOs apply our insights for program design and advocacy.

This diversity, spanning research, reporting, policy-making, and operational planning, demonstrates that standardized displacement data is not just information but essential infrastructure. It enables multiple communities to understand, respond to, and ultimately work toward solutions for internal displacement.

Growing Influence

IDMC's consistent citation rate reflects its established role as the authoritative source for displacement data. Peak years often correlate with major displacement crises, showing how our data becomes most critical during humanitarian emergencies. This growth trajectory demonstrates increasing global recognition of the importance of systematic displacement monitoring.

Diverse Reach

From UN Security Council briefings to grassroots NGO reports, IDMC data spans the entire humanitarian ecosystem. Our broad organizational reach demonstrates our unique position bridging field realities with global policy forums. The variety of citing organizations—spanning government agencies, academic institutions, international NGOs, and media outlets—underscores the relevance of displacement data in understanding and responding to humanitarian crises.